Category: Porcelain Veneers

Life happens. Sometimes our teeth are the victims of an emergency. Cracked teeth are natural accidents that happen to the best of us. You made a dental appointment to fix it, but it isn’t for a couple of days. What do you do in the meantime? Here are the top three dental emergencies and how to handle them:

Toothache. If you find that you have a lot of pain around a certain tooth, you may have an abscess or exposed nerve from a filling or crown. If this is the case, try swishing with a warm salt water rinse and see your dentist as soon as possible. You may need to have a root canal or the tooth extracted entirely.

Broken or chipped teeth. Chipping your tooth is unfortunate, so if this happens, find as many pieces of the tooth you can and rinse them (and your mouth) with warm water. If your mouth is bleeding, gauze may be necessary. If the pain is extreme, try using a cold compress on the area to help relieve any pain.

Missing teeth. Nothing is worse for your smile than knocking out a tooth. Fortunately, if you can find said tooth, there may be a chance to fix it. Pick up the tooth but the crown, as opposed to the root. Rinse off any debris, but don’t scrub it. If you can, try inserting it back into your mouth. If not, put it in a glass of milk or warm salt water until your appointment.

When it’s time for you to get porcelain veneers, your daily oral care routine is going to change. Yes, the porcelain used to make your veneers are made to look like your teeth and have a level of durability that is similar to real teeth, but they aren’t the same and shouldn’t be treated like they are. After all, why do you have veneers in the first place? Worn, chipped and/or discolored teeth generally become this way due to certain habits or activities we love to do. And since they aren’t meant to last forever, the longevity of your porcelain veneers depends on how well you look after them. Here are a few suggestions to make sure your veneers last as long as they possibly can.

Firstly, it all comes down to the basics. Brushing and flossing daily is not only good for your veneers, but will also help to prevent future veneers. Use a nonabrasive toothpaste containing fluoride to ensure that that it won’t scratch your veneers, leaving them prone to issues like periodontitis, which can cause your gums to recede. Because your veneers are placed right at the gum line, if your gums do happen to recede, the appearance of your veneerscould be compromised.

If staining is one of your main issues, staying clear from beverages like coffee, wine and tea is a great idea to keep your new teeth pearly white. Porcelain is very resistant to staining by nature, but the cement used to affix the veneers is prone to staining over time.

Chipped teeth are generally caused by accidental incidents, but can also be caused by biting your fingernails or munching on things like hard candy or ice. While it seems like a harmless act, using your teeth to do things like this can break or dislodge your teeth, but can also do the same to your veneer. Stay away from using your teeth as a chisel. While they are always handy, being in your mouth, it isn’t good for your teeth. Similarly, if you are known to clench or grind your teeth, like while you sleep, this is also a bad habit that is really doing damage to your teeth. Talk to your dentist. They can create a night guard that will prevent your teeth from wearing down and your veneers from accidently chipping.

When it comes to our bodies, taking preventative measures is always the best bet. The better we take care of ourselves, the longer we last. Same can be said for veneers. So look after them so they can look after you.

If you feel that you may need veneers, contact Dr. Ted Haines, DDS in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visitwww.tedhainesdds.comfor additional information.

Porcelain Veneers are a great cosmetic material dentists use to create beautiful, lasting smiles. Over time however, veneers may fail or break on you if you do not maintain proper care over them. Veneers are very durable to start with, but with anything, poor oral care causes the durability to generally decrease over time. Here are some helpful tips in which you should use to maintain your porcelain veneers!

Maintain Good Oral Hygiene

Perhaps the most important of them all, maintaining good oral hygiene is vital in keeping your porcelain veneers in shape. Remember: Good oral hygiene = healthy teeth.

Don’t use your teeth as a Tool

Using your teeth to open bottles, nuts, or packaging places extreme pressure on veneers. This causes t hem to wear and tear or possibly break or chip.

Don’t Bite Hard Foods or Objects

Like the tip before, using your teeth to bite on foods such as ice, candy apples, nuts, or other hard textured foods cause unnatural stress on veneers; eventually causing them to wear down.

Visit Your Dentist Regularly

Be sure to maintain regular visits to your dentist (The ADA recommends ever six months), in order to keep up maintenance of your veneers. Your dentist will be able to monitor your veneers, teeth, and gums. Regular dental visits promote preventative care for your teeth, allowing you to take care of any potential dental issues before they even occur.

Follow these steps in order to help maintain the longevity, durability, and endurance of your Porcelain Veneers!

For more information about how veneers can drastically improve your smile call Dr. Haines in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visit www.tedhainesdds.com.

Are you looking for a way to fix your smile? Veneers could be the answer for you. Veneers are basically tooth colored shells made to cover your natural teeth and produce a bright, beautiful smile. Veneers are used to correct a vast amount of cosmetic defects that include discolored teeth to crooked teeth gaps in your smile.

How Veneers work

Veneers are made up of porcelain or resin composite materials that are placed on the surfaces of your teeth. Veneers are placed on the front of your teeth to conceal imperfections and sometimes change the size, shape, and length of your teeth.

How Veneers Are Applied

Veneers require multiple dental visits. At the first visit, you will discuss whether this cosmetic procedure will work for you or not. At the next visit, your dentist will remove a small amount of enamel from your tooth to make space for the veneer. An impression of your tooth is then taken down to a dental lab where they make the veneers to fit your teeth. At your final visit, the dentist will attach the veneers to your teeth.

For more information about how veneers can drastically improve your smile call Dr. Haines in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visit www.tedhainesdds.com.

Porcelain Veneers are custom-made shells that are designed from natural, tooth-colored materials to fit the surface of your teeth. So who exactly are the perfect candidates for porcelain veneers?

Dr. Haines encourages individuals who suffer from any of the following to consider porcelain veneers to enhance the look and feel of their smiles:

Gapped teeth

Cracked teeth

Chipped teeth

Stained or discolored teeth

Misaligned teeth

Dr. Haines emphasizes the efficiency of porcelain veneers because the cosmetic enhancement will fix a myriad of dental problems in one or more dental visits. Whether you have gapped or stained teeth, porcelain veneers will rejuvenate your smile. Avoid living with dental imperfections and call Dr. Haines today about how porcelain veneers can improve your smile.

For more information about veneers and if you qualify for a procedure call Dr. Haines in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visit www.tedhainesdds.com.

Porcelain veneers offer superior benefits over other cosmetic dental procedures, such as dental crowns or braces. The fingernail-thin shells, which are adhered to the front surface, solve a myriad of aesthetic problems with just one treatment. Dr. Haines of Snohomish strongly recommends veneers for the following reasons:

Natural looking – Veneers are made from porcelain, which is designed to make your smile look absolutely natural.

Whiten – Patients no longer have to worry about any discoloration in their teeth because veneers will instantly whiten teeth.

Straighten – If you are suffering from crooked teeth, veneers are an excellent alternative to braces.

Fix – Veneers can fill in any dental imperfections such as chipped, cracked, or broken teeth.

Stain resistant – Patients do not have to worry about staining their teeth because your veneers will not discolor.

For more information about how veneers can drastically improve your smile call Dr. Haines in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visit www.tedhainesdds.com.

The longevity of your porcelain veneers greatly depends on how well you take care of them. Dr. Ted Haines of Snohomish, WA offers some suggestions for properly taking care of your porcelain veneers.

Good Oral Care at Home: Brush and floss daily with a nonabrasive toothpaste containing fluoride. Good oral care at home helps prevent periodontitis which can cause your gums to recede. Veneers are placed right at the gum line. If your gums do start to recede the appearance of your veneers could be compromised.

Avoid excessive force: No biting your fingernails, hairpins, ice or hard candy. These types of things can break or dislodge a veneer.

No clenching and grinding your teeth: By grinding your teeth your veneers can be chipped or broken due to the force generated by these actions. If you suffer from bruxism at night, talk to Dr. Haines about a night guard to protect your teeth and veneers.

Steer Clear of Staining Foods and Drink: Although porcelain veneers are very resistant to staining the cement used to hold them in place can stain over time. Try to avoid coffee, tea, soda, wine and tobacco.

Do you find yourself covering your mouth when you smile or laugh? Don’t hide anymore! Visit Dr. Ted Haines DDS in Snohomsih, WA to improve your smile with porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are fabricated from a solid piece of porcelain. They fit over the front and underside of your tooth covering the entire surface of visible tooth.

If you are unhappy with your smile and would like more information about porcelain veneers call Dr. Haines DDS at 360-568-8577. Learn more about Dr. Haines practice by visiting his website at www.tedhainesdds.com.

Dr. Ted Haines of Snohomish, WA is proud to offer the best in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Dr. Ted Haines believes in overall wellness and in making a personal connection with each patient, so that he can offer the best custom treatment plan for each individual.

Learning your personal history, your present condition of oral health and wellness and your future expectations helps to establish which type of treatment options are right for you; whether it is preventative care, esthetic treatments or restorative dentistry.

Dr. Ted Haines has an array of cosmetic, restorative and general dental treatment options are unsurpassed. The following is just an example of some of the treatment options available:

Crowns and Bridges

Bonding

Root Canal Therapy

Gum Disease Therapy

Restorative Fillings

Dental Implants

Dentures and partials

Dr. Ted Haines is committed to ensuring your optimal oral health and well-being. Schedule an appointment today for a comprehensive exam and start on the road to a healthier, beautiful smile. ContactDr. Ted Haines at (360) 568-8577 or visit our website.

Cosmetic dentistry can create the bright natural looking smile you deserve. Whether you are interested in a complete smile design, restoring chipped teeth or want to whiten, we can improve your smile. Cosmetic Dentistry is composed of several different types of dental procedures. Dr. Ted Haines of Snohomish, WA offers some information on the cosmetic procedures he offers.

Porcelain Veneers – Fingernail-thin shells are adhered to the front surface of the tooth. Veneers can fix several aesthetic problems with just one treatment.

Whitening – There are at home whitening kits and in office whitening treatments. At-home bleaching kits use carbamide peroxide solutions to oxidize and bleach your teeth. In-office bleaching (also called chair side, light-activated or one-hour bleaching) uses hydrogen peroxide gels and a heat or light source; these treatments lighten your teeth by six to eight shades in one to three visits, and sometimes less.

Bonding – With the use of bonding gaps, chips, broken teeth, spots and discoloration can all be repaired with bonding. You can regain your smile and confidence.

Crowns and Bridges – Crowns (or caps) are dental restorations that are placed over a tooth when conservative restorations are insufficient to restore form and function. A bridge serves to replace a missing tooth or teeth.

Invisalign – The invisible way to straighten teeth. This is achieved by using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners.

Whatever cosmetic procedure you are interested in, call Dr. Ted Haines and make an appointment to get that beautiful smile you have always dreamed of at (360) 568-8577 orvisit our website.